Shift Lab Biotechnologist: Fermentation & Distillation

Celtic Renewables Ltd; Grangemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable energy company in Scotland is seeking a Laboratory Biotechnologist to operate and manage laboratory processes at their Grangemouth facility. This role involves overseeing batch fermentation and distillation, conducting sample analyses, and coordinating operations to ensure efficiency. Candidates should have a strong science background and hands-on laboratory experience, particularly with systems like HPLC and GC. The position offers competitive benefits including performance bonuses and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Performance based bonus of 10%

2 x 16 day blocks of annual leave

Private Medical Insurance including dental and optical allowance

Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution

Qualifications

• Background in science or related field.
• Comfortable with hands-on laboratory work.
• Experience in strict adherence to quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate the laboratory process for batch fermentation and distillation.
• Collect and analyze plant samples using various techniques.
• Coordinate laboratory operations for efficient plant running.
• Provide scientific guidance to Process Operators.
• Implement safety and compliance checks as per regulations.

Skills

Science background

Hands-on experience with inoculation train

Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer)

Understanding of GMP/GLP

Strong communication skills

Experience within safety and quality standards

Tools

HPLC

GC

Karl Fischer analysis

Job description

A sustainable energy company in Scotland is seeking a Laboratory Biotechnologist to operate and manage laboratory processes at their Grangemouth facility. This role involves overseeing batch fermentation and distillation, conducting sample analyses, and coordinating operations to ensure efficiency. Candidates should have a strong science background and hands-on laboratory experience, particularly with systems like HPLC and GC. The position offers competitive benefits including performance bonuses and private medical insurance.